Category: Car Sense
Buying a Car from a Private Seller
Posted: June 2, 2023
Buying a Car from a Private SellerWhen scouting for a high-quality used car, sometimes you can find better value from a private seller rather than a dealership. But, while private sellers can offer great deals, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Let’s look at some tips and advice on how to buy a car from a private seller safely and confidently.Playing With Price When buying a car from...
So You Want to Buy an RV
Posted: June 1, 2023
So You Want to Buy an RVIf you’ve been wrestling with wanderlust (but aren't into pitching a tent), you’re not alone.Enter the RV.There’s certainly an appeal to this type of travel: the freedom, the flexibility, the slower pace. There’s also the fact that it doesn’t require hopping on a plane or sleeping in a hotel to reach your destination.If the aspects of this kind of travel appeal to you, or if...
Motorcycle Awareness: 4 Tips for Sharing the Road
Posted: May 16, 2023
Motorcycle Awareness: 4 Tips for Sharing the RoadEvery year, millions of motorcyclists head out on the highways to enjoy the open road. But while the thrill of cruising on two wheels has definite appeal, it also has a potential downside: safety. The truth is, motorcycle riders face much bigger safety risks than drivers of cars and trucks. In fact, estimates from the federal government show the number of deaths per mile traveled on...
IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2023
Posted: May 12, 2023
IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2023If safety is a top priority when driving, look no further than the 2023 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS)TOP SAFETY PICK award list for your next vehicle. This year’s list of 48 award winners is smaller than previous years, naming 28 models a TOP SAFETY PICK+ and another 20 vehicles as a TOP SAFETY PICK. This is due to tougher criteria and stricter requirements for...
Dashboard Lights: What Do They Mean?
Posted: May 5, 2023
Dashboard Lights: What Do They Mean?We’ve all experienced it. You’re driving down the road when you notice a new light on the dashboard that wasn’t there a minute ago.It’s caught your attention, but one problem remains: You don’t know what that glowing icon means.How to Identify Dashboard Warning LightsThe modern automobile is an amazingly complex machine – relying on dozens of systems that must work together every time you get...
